For something as trivial as wedding favors [http://classyfavors.com/], one may not feel that they deserve much
thought or consideration. However, wedding favors are just as important as a ring, cake, or set of invitations. Wedding favors are a special way to thank those who took part in and attended
your big celebration. They are truly an extension of your gratuity.

Understanding the history of wedding favors may help you in your ability to choose the right favors for your guests. Hundreds of years ago, French and Italian aristocrats gave presents called bonbonnieres (or bombonieres in Italian.) Made of porcelain or crystal, these boxes were encrusted with gems and contained sugary treats. The modern-day version of this custom is typically made of cardboard or paper and can be filled with virtually any candy.

As sugar became common for all classes of society, almonds became the long-standing good luck charm given at weddings. Historically, five almonds were given by the couple as a gift to guests which symbolized fertility, health, wealth, happiness and longevity. It was discovered in the thirteenth century that almonds are much more attractive when dipped in candy shell, thus giving birth to Jordan almonds or "confetti." Later, confetti became "sugared almonds" which are popular in weddings today.

Place card holders function doubly as seat arrangers and wedding favors. One is placed at each seat at the guest tables with a name card to guide your guests to their place. Place card holders exist in a variety of themes to match your wedding including butterfly, shamrock, fall leaf, snowflake, and daisy. After the wedding, they can be used as photograph holders that look great at a desk area.

The act of personalizing wedding favors is commonplace with many different wedding favors. Personalization of a wedding favor usually means using the couples' names or wedding date. Most often personalization is seen on bottle labels, lip balm, shot glasses, photo frames, coasters, mint tins, ribbons, paper fans, chocolates, candles, and tea.

Wedding favors by season are festive ways to call attention to your winter, fall, spring, or summer wedding. Snowflakes, Christmas ornaments, and snow globes are all great winter wedding favors, while miniature bottles of maple syrup, apple cider, and hand-painted gourds are fall wedding favors you'll love. Spring and summer wedding favors are often flowers, candles, and soaps. Don't forget, edibles such as cookies, brownies, and cupcakes are year-round wedding favors that all your guests will love.